Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Evening in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Belmont, MI
Drive Time
3h 11m
Distance
169.4 mi
273 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
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6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton Township, MI
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Belmont, MI
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Clinton Township to Belmont covers 169.4 miles of quintessential Michigan landscape. You can expect a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 11 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Budget roughly $26 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Navigating this route primarily involves utilizing I-96, the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, and South Groesbeck Highway. Since both locations are situated within the Midwest, the transition between these two Michigan points is straightforward and consistent. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves well for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
84.7 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 89% of your travel takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-96, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 125.6 miles. This setup creates a consistent pace, allowing you to settle into a rhythm behind the wheel. While the route begins with local transitions like South Groesbeck Highway and the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, the character of the drive quickly shifts to a standard interstate grind. It is a functional, high-speed connection that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 125.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Moravian Drive.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 169.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Harrington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Harrington Street
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
52.5 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
107.3 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
8
160.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward M 44, M 37 South: East Beltline Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / slight right lanes.
Exit 38
Toward M 44, M 37 South: East Beltline Avenue
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Clinton Township, MI to Belmont, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 44 along the way.
M 44
160.2 mi in
|
~2h 58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 125.6 mi | 2h 14m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 25.5 mi | 27m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| East Beltline Avenue Northeast | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Plainfield Avenue Northeast | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Coit Avenue Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Jupiter Avenue Northeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Belmont Avenue Northeast | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 125.6 mi, about 2h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Belmont, MI.
1
Start on Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
17 sec
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Red Oaks Drive
2
Turn left onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
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White Oaks Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Moravian Drive
4
Turn right onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto M 97
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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East 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 696 West
8
Merge onto I 696
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 96
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 96
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
55 mi
·
58 min
·
I 96
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
53 mi
·
56 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 38
Toward M 44, M 37 South: East Beltline Avenue
Use the none / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto M 44
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
East Beltline Avenue Northeast
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto Plainfield Avenue Northeast
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Plainfield Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Coit Avenue Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Coit Avenue Northeast
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto Jupiter Avenue Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jupiter Avenue Northeast
17
Turn right onto Belmont Avenue Northeast
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Belmont Avenue Northeast
18
Turn right onto Lynhurst Street Northeast
27 ft
·
1 sec
·
Lynhurst Street Northeast
19
Arrive at destination
Lynhurst Street Northeast
Trip Plan
With a total travel time of just over three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. Plan for at least one stop to break up the monotony of the 125.6-mile stretch on I-96, which will help you stay alert. Since the fuel cost is estimated at $26, filling up before you leave Clinton Township should get you most of the way there, but keep an eye on your gauge during that long mid-route segment. Because the trip is relatively short, you don't need an elaborate itinerary; simply focus on maintaining a steady speed through the highway portions. Using your single allotted stop to stretch your legs halfway through the long I-96 segment is the best way to manage fatigue on this route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.7 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.7 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belmont, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clinton Township, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clinton Township, MI
This is one driving day of about 169.4 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clinton Township, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 125.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.7 mi from Clinton Township, MI · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.7 miles from Clinton Township, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.6 miles.
Arriving in Belmont, MI
The final approach into Belmont, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Belmont, MI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.73 one way
$51.46 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $28.36 | $56.73 |
| premium | $4.80 | $31.98 | $63.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.63 | $75.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.8 | 0 | $17.79 | $8.13 |
| Efficient EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.82 | $6.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.8 | 0 | $23.72 | $10.84 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Belmont, MI
Evening in Belmont on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 11m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clinton Township, MI to Belmont, MI covers 169.4 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, Walter P Reuther Freeway, South Groesbeck Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.7 miles from Clinton Township, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.73 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 169.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Harrington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 52.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Clinton Township, MI to Belmont, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 44 along the way.
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